Patina Maldives achieves second EarthCheck Silver Certification

The resort continues to advance its commitment to purposeful travel with a hands-on, data-led approach.  
  
Swimsol solar panel installation heralds new dawn for perpetual clean energy  
In partnership with leading solar energy provider, Swimsol, a total of 1937kWp of additional solar panels will become operational in October 2024. 1MWp of panels will be located on a land bank on the East of the island, with a further 937kWp to be installed on the rooftops of all the resort’s beach villas, F&B outlets, and further amenities. An additional 2MWh of battery capacity will also be added, enabling the property to rely solely on solar energy during daylight hours.   
  
Coral conservation and ghost net projects  
Patina Maldives is dedicated to preserving marine biodiversity through extensive coral conservation efforts. By introducing coral ceramics workshops for children with additional needs and disabilities, the resort has fostered a unique blend of education and environmental stewardship.
 
The resort’s ghost net projects address the critical issue of oceanic plastic pollution. By collecting and repurposing ghost nets into bracelets gifted to guests, Patina Maldives raises awareness about the dangers of plastic waste and encourages collective action. These initiatives are more than just environmental efforts; they represent the resort’s commitment to a sustainable future.  
  
Resort build and engineering  
From its inception, the Fari Islands’ development has been guided by sustainable architecture and design. It is the largest hospitality project globally to benefit from the extensive use of offsite manufacturing technology known as ‘Mass Engineered Timber’, which reduced carbon emissions by over 6,000 tons after production and transportation; in addition, all the villas were prefabricated, to ensure minimal run off into the marine ecosystem. Departing from the conventional thatched roof structures prevalent in the Maldives, villas were designed with flat roofs, allowing solar panels to be easily mounted, making Fari Islands one of the largest solar installation hosts.